[LIBJOBS] United States-Florida-Coral Gables-University of Miami: Education and Outreach Librarian – History, Latin American Studies, Caribbean Studies, Modern Languages & Literatures

The University of Miami Libraries seeks nominations and applications for an innovative Librarian in the Education and Outreach department of the Otto G. Richter Library.  The Education and Outreach Librarian act as liaison and subject specialist for departments primarily include History, Latin American Studies, Caribbean Studies, Modern Languages and Literatures. The Librarian specializes in information literacy, outreach, collection development, departmental liaison activities, and information, technology and research assistance for the University community in assigned subjects and areas of responsibility.

 

Performance

• Participate as a departmental liaison for faculty and students in designated departments to meet the expectations of the faculty and students as well as develop and promote services and resources to enhance the research, teaching, and learning mission of the University.
• Develop resources and implement classes and workshops in real and virtual environments to provide multiple opportunities for teaching critical information literacy skills and library resources. Encourage and develop partnerships and collaborations with faculty when possible.
• Participate in the curation of physical and virtual exhibits utilizing all library resources.
• Develop outreach activities and communication to promote library programming, resources and services.
• Work collaboratively and communicate timely and effectively with University of Miami faculty, students, staff and administrators.
• Provide subject based consultations and develop and revise print and digital resources in support of a department and subject area.
• Work collaboratively with library faculty and staff to develop, provide and evaluate information, technology, research, and instruction activities and assistance geared towards and appealing to the faculty and the varying interests and learning styles of today's students.
• Select, assess, and manage collections and resources in designated subject areas.
• Participate as the Education and Outreach Liaison for the Libraries' special collections for relevant subject areas.
• Monitor budgets, evaluate usage, and make collection development decisions to support the teaching, learning, and research needs of the University community. Work collaboratively with the Director of Collection Strategies and Scholarly Communication.
• Supervise or direct library and student assistants.
• Keep abreast of relevant literature and studies for current awareness of trends, developments, and best practices in librarianship, information technology, instructional technology, and scholarly communication, with particular emphasis on information and reference service, information literacy and instruction, collection development, and assigned subjects and disciplines.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• ALA accredited master's degree or equivalent
• A minimum of two years of academic library work experience
• Fluency in written and spoken Spanish
• Educational background in a social science subject is preferred
• Experience providing in-person and online reference, instruction.
• Collection development experience. Collection development in the social sciences areas is preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with faculty and students.
• Commitment to user-centered library service and the promotion of literacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams in a dynamic changing environment.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills. Ability to initiate, manage and implement projects communicating results effectively.
• Demonstrated experience and knowledge with assessment strategies.
• Ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse population.
• A commitment to the importance of excellence in teaching and scholarship.
• The ability to work collaboratively and effectively with staff, faculty, and University administration.
• Strong commitment to professional development and life-long learning.
• Skill in developing, organizing, and maintaining print and digital information resources.
• Ability to positively represent and promote the interests of the Libraries in the community.

Further Details: Education and Outreach Librarian – History, Latin American Studies, Caribbean Studies, Modern Languages & Literatures

APPLICATIONS AND NOMINATIONS: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications and nominations will be accepted until a suitable candidate is selected. Applications should be submitted electronically and must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae and the names of three references. The references will not be contacted before the appropriate time. Send nominations and applications to:

Marylen Exposito, Human Resources Manager
Otto G. Richter Library
University of Miami
P.O. Box 248214
Coral Gables, FL 33124-0320
e-mail: richter.recruiting@miami.edu